Akaash Singh on Modi, Caste in America, and Cancel Culture | Dostcast in America

Subscribe to Dostcast Clips:https://www.youtube.com/@dostcastclips?sub_confirmation=1Listen to Dostcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70vrbHeSvrcXyOeISTyBSy?si=be05dbdd564245d9Join the Dostcast Janta Party on WhatsApp for regular updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAZwo5D8SDs5kf94N3TWant to suggest a guest?Fill this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ft_-1QDs7XpsSWnaPOeF21yUlhk9bzKvwHSyh4hHfBU/edit?usp=drivesdk====================================================================Akaash Singh is an Indian-American stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster best known for his unapologetic humor and sharp takes on culture, identity, and politics. A regular on the global comedy circuit and co-host of the hit podcast Flagrant, Akaash blends his Indian roots with an American sensibility — challenging stereotypes and pushing boundaries with every punchline.In this episode, Vinamre and Akaash discuss:- Caste and identity in America- Life as a comedian between New York and India- Racism, cancel culture, and political correctness- The Modi debate and Indian weddings abroad- Comedy tours, trauma, and the price of honesty- Experience with Trump, Rogan, and Alex JonesFollow Akaash Singh:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaashsingh/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AkaashSinghComedyTwitter (X): https://x.com/akaashsinghTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:50 Akaash’s Hindi skills2:23 Caste in America4:35 Crowd work5:55 The Habitat & India13:09 Indians and domestic helpers16:15 Comics in Saudi19:48 Experience with Trump27:25 Best guest experience30:45 Racism in America33:52 Views on Modi36:15 Indian weddings and Gujjus40:30 Tough times47:17 Obsession with chai48:17 New York experience57:13 Best interviews59:30 Cancel culture1:07:28 Tours and trauma1:10:10 The problem with comedians in India1:14:00 Alex Jones, Trump, and Rogan1:18:43 Conclusion====================================================================Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he’s interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.Follow Vinamre:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinamrekasanaa/Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaaDostcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dostcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dostcast====================================================================Contact Us:For business inquiries: [email protected]